Spectris plc reported earnings results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2012. The company reported like-for-like sales in the fourth quarter of 2012 grew by 4%, helping deliver a robust full year performance despite a challenging trading environment.

The company reported sales growth for the full year, on a reported basis, was approximately 11%, including 10% from acquisitions, offset by a 2% decline from foreign exchange movements. Therefore, like-for-like sales were increased by approximately 3% for the full year. Adjusted operating profit was circa £229 million compared to £201.5 million last year, giving an adjusted operating margin of approximately 18.6%, with continued progress in the Test and Measurement and Industrial Controls segments.